Honda has announced that it will be shifting production of some of its models, and will in the process save many U.S. assembly jobs in the process. While other automakers are cutting production, putting many employees at risk of losing their jobs, Honda is trying to streamline its vehicle production operations and save jobs at the same time.
Meanwhile, Honda is also shifting its production of the new Honda Pilot and the Ridgeline pickup truck. Currently built in Honda’s Alliston plant in Canada, where production of the Civic will be increasing, the trucks will now be built in Honda’s Lincoln plant in Alabama. The all-new Honda Pilot has been seen as a positive addition to dealers' lineup says Honda Shreveport thanks to its wealth of features, attractive new styling, and even decent fuel efficiency. This shift will help save jobs at Honda’s facilities in Alabama, which is a huge feat while many auto makers are cutting truck production and jobs.
In addition to shifting its production, Honda has also announced that it will be building a new facility in Indiana to help build even more Civics, which has continued to be one of the most popular models among Louisiana Honda Dealer lots. This new plant will also be responsible for creating an additional 2,000 jobs.
Honda is looking like somewhat of a hero as Ford and GM seem to be poised to make even more cuts to its workforce. Meanwhile, Honda vehicles continue to be in demand for their quality, affordability, and of course their renowned fuel efficiency.
Volvo Dives into Plug-in Hybrid Technology
Volvo has been struggling amid slumping global sales, but that hasn’t stopped the automaker from diving into research and development. One such as product of its R&D efforts is a new plug-in hybrid that will be due by 2012. Volvo has committed itself to producing a high mileage diesel-electric plug-in hybrid, but it has yet to confirm its plans to sell the vehicle in the U.S.
Lexus ES Still Critical to Luxury Brand Lineup
As one Lexus’ most popular models, there will be plenty of drivers that will be happy to see a revamped Lexus ES 350 coming to showrooms later this month. While it may not be a full redesign, the updating certainly brings needed enhancements.
Euro Civic Type-R Teases U.S. Consumers
In the U.S., Honda is mostly known for producing somewhat conservative, economical cars. However, the image of Honda outside of the States is far more performance oriented. This is attributed to a range of models that can be had overseas, but remain unavailable here.
